Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist

Overview

Are you interested in working on design and construction projects that impact our world? CDM Smith offers employees opportunities to delve into many aspects of electrical engineering, including the design of complex power systems, observation and construction services, and power system analyses, etc. We want to match you up with the projects that inspire you. You will collaborate on challenging and meaningful work that positively impacts the community and makes a difference in the world while applying innovative, state‑of‑the‑art software and programs.

Responsibilities

• Create moderate to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.
• Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
• Incorporate changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark‑ups on ongoing projects; contribute to studies of power systems and electrical calculations for lighting simulations, communication, fire alarm, security, and other similar systems.
• Perform site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications and update design requirements as necessary.
• Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices; meet with clients to review their design needs.
• Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff; mentor and develop junior staff for future growth within the discipline and firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience (equivalent directly related experience may replace a college degree).
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; the frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.
• Experience designing medium and low‑voltage power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with industry and federal codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, UFC, etc.).
• Experience conducting power system analysis using software such as SKM Power Tools for Windows and ETAP.

Job Title

Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist

Group

ISO

Employment Type

Regular

Location

United States – Nationwide

EEO Statement

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.